At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.
Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.
About you and this role
Dow has an opening for a Construction Technologist Lead located in Freeport, TX. The Construction Technologist Lead leads the construction management work process discipline for owner’s representation and demonstrates lead competencies of directing others, staffing, planning and controlling for the projects assigned to them. Has the primary accountability for overseeing the work performed by the construction contractors, taking responsibility for compliance of the work with quality requirements and ensuring that the services are performed safely, within budget and on schedule. This roles activities are directed by the Construction Manager on the project. This role is responsible for achievement of functional goals and project success. The Construction Technologist Lead, along with other members of the project team, is responsible to ensure that construction of facilities meets EH&S, quality, and business requirements. This role also may act as a working team lead, providing subject matter guidance and coordinating work of others.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that construction activities are performed in a safe, environmentally sound manner and in compliance with EH&S policies, statutory requirements and EH&S plans established for the project
- Provides assistance to contractors in the implementation of all EH&S initiatives on the site. Perform regular site inspections with regard to compliance of all personnel to EH&S Plans and established Safe Work Procedures. Actively participate in daily/weekly/special safety meetings. Champions the use of construction safety best practices and drive to a zero-incident safety culture on contracts
- Assume responsibility for the oversight of construction activities
- Ensure regular and visible site presence and direct liaison with the contractor
- Supervision to maintain awareness of the status of all activities on the site
- Coordinate construction activities with other supervisors and functions with respect to access of various contractors and work groups
- Attend Weekly Coordination Meetings with relevant contractors and provide input with regard to interfacing of work on the site.
- Perform regular inspections of contractor’s work and verify conformance of work by approving ITPs or other quality documentation
- Prepare punch lists for completed work and ensure that punch items are completed and cleared in accordance with schedules. Assist in completion activities including coordination of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities if applicable to ensure that completed systems with all appropriate documentation are handed over to the Client in accordance with contract requirements
- Understands and utilizes the Global Capital Work Process (GPM) and Construction Work Process discipline. Utilizes the construction expertise networks
- Assists in the development of effective construction integrated schedules. Ensures that construction schedules are met or that discrepancies are communicated in a timely fashion
- Minimizes start-up and operability issues through the use of quality plans.
- Drives the utilization of best practices and technology on project
- Provides continuous improvement feedback to business technology centers and the hardware disciplines on Most Effective Technology (MET) that will enhance safety, cost, and productivity on future projects.
Qualifications
- A minimum of a High School Diploma, or GED Equivalent
- A minimum of 10 years experience in construction of large projects >$50MM.
- Experience in developing and managing quality plans, as part of the Plan for Management & Control (PMC) and direct experience with the Dow QA/QC EMETL Specifications G11S-4001-XX
- A current, valid US driver’s license is required
- Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser)
- A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process
Preferred Qualifications
- Higher education in an Engineering or Construction Management discipline
Your Skills
- Construction Management: Overseeing field execution, managing contractors, and ensuring project delivery aligns with safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals.
- Safety Standards & EH&S:Championing zero-incident safety culture and applying environmental health and safety best practices.
- Communication: Strong verbal/written communication, interpreting technical documents
- Problem Solving: Resolving issues proactively
Additional Notes
- This position does not offer relocation assistance
Benefits – What Dow offers you
We invest in you.
Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.
Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:
- Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
- Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
- Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
- Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
- Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
- Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
- Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
- Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
- Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
- Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
- Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
- Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
- Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
- Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
- On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
- Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
- Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
- Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
- Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
- Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)
Join our team, we can make a difference together.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.
As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.
Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.